Craft Breweries in Virginia

Did you know there are over 100 craft breweries in Virginia? That number is changing rapidly as more and more craft brewers open their doors. At last count there were 110, but more are scheduled to open this year, and even more next year!

Virginia is in the midst of a craft brewing boom! If you love flavorful beer, then you are in luck. There is probably a craft brewery close by, and if not, there probably will be soon. Porters, ales, lagers, pilsners, bitters, seasonal, experimental, and so much more are waiting for you to discover.

The best beer you’ve never had is just around the corner. Do yourself a favor. Go find it.

Sample more than 25 different craft beers, dig into some amazing BBQ, and listen as some of the best Blues musicians in Hampton Roads take the stage at Riverwalk Landing. This year’s Blues, Brews & BBQ promises to be the best yet!

Ticket includes beer glass and unlimited tastes of beer.

At 12:30, The Jukes will deliver an entertaining performance steeped in swing, boogie, and down-home blues. Then, at 3:30, the Michael Clark Band will take the mic to blend the Blues with a little soul, rock, jazz and fun.

NEW this year – a wine garden included in admission. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door.

The longest running beer festival in Virginia–the ‘Of Ale and History’ Beer Festival now in its 23rd year! Featuring live music from Cazhmiere and The Robbie Limon Band, 60+ beers, local food and merchandise vendors. This is a rain or shine event but feel free to bring your own chairs and pop-up tents. Please do not bring pets, coolers, outside food or drink. And don’t forget your ID!

Advanced tasting tickets are $25 and are available now online. The tasting ticket includes a souvenir glass and eight tastings.

There will be over 18 breweries present with more than 44 awesome craft brews on tap! All beers will be paired with gourmet cheese specially selected by Culpeper Cheese Company.There will also be great local food trucks and awesome live bands playing throughout the day!